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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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